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7th grade social studies thematic unit plans on sale
Dinosaurs, Teaching Lesson PowerPoint
Fun and reduced price! Tons of great images, animation and information! Will be a fun introduction for students AND teachers! Bring life into your classroom. This took a lot of work to complete, and it is a lot of fun to go through. Included is general information on dinosaurs (appropriate for younger grade levels) and specific information on the most popular dinosaurs (T-Rex, Raptors, etc.) Enjoy!lectures, lesson plans, units, teaching, dinosaurs, pre-historic, kids, fun
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PreK - 8th
Canadian Government: Three Branches of the Federal Government Gr. 5-8
This is the chapter slice "Three Branches of the Federal Government" from the full lesson plan "Canadian Government"About the FULL RESOURCE:Everything you needed to know about the Canadian government and the electoral process. Your students will learn what is a government and why do we need it. Using ready-to-use information and activities for remedial students we have also clearly outlined the levels of power, the stake holders, and the Senate, the House of Commons, the Supreme Courts, Citizens
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5th - 8th
Mapping Skills with Google Earth: Map Elements Gr. 6-8
This is the chapter slice "Map Elements" from the full lesson plan "Mapping Skills with Google Earth"About the FULL RESOURCE:Move on from a basic understanding of map reading to a more complex one with our engaging resource designed for students in grades six to eight. Students will further develop their ability to read and understand maps by looking at weather and population maps. Then, students will engage in mapping their country in detail, including states, provinces, capitals, cultural and
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6th - 8th
Canadian Government: The Canadian Constitution Gr. 5-8
**This is the chapter slice "The Canadian Constitution" from the full lesson plan "Canadian Government"** About the FULL RESOURCE:Everything you needed to know about the Canadian government and the electoral process. Your students will learn what is a government and why do we need it. Using ready-to-use information and activities for remedial students we have also clearly outlined the levels of power, the stake holders, and the Senate, the House of Commons, the Supreme Courts, Citizenship and th
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5th - 8th
Veterans Day icebreaker game BUNDLE main ideas activity independent work middle
Veterans Day independent work BUNDLE, Veterans Day activities game BUNDLE icebreaker game, worksheet activities. Have a fun time with this Activity Pack for Classroom speech activity for icebreaker games. This game is great for all ages 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th 11th 12th grade, Kid Education, early finishers, homeschool, Nursery school, Primary school, Junior high school, high school, and Middle school. It includes Printables Logic Puzzles for Kids, Mazes, word searches, Would you rather, Me
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4th - 12th
Muralismo - Mini Unit on Modern Mexican Murals and Diego Rivera
Muralismo is a 3 day mini unit that could easily be incorporated into Spanish, Social Studies, and Art classes! In this unit, students will study an overview of Diego Rivera, view art from modern Mexican muralists on social media, learn about a mural that is reducing pollution in Mexico City, and have the opportunity to create their own chalk murals.This mini unit is split into three days of 45 minute class periods:Day 1: Study Diego Rivera Day 2: Learn about Modern Muralism in Mexico Day 3: Cre
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6th - 9th
Canadian Government: How a Bill Becomes a Law Gr. 5-8
**This is the chapter slice "How a Bill Becomes a Law" from the full lesson plan "Canadian Government"** About the FULL RESOURCE:Everything you needed to know about the Canadian government and the electoral process. Your students will learn what is a government and why do we need it. Using ready-to-use information and activities for remedial students we have also clearly outlined the levels of power, the stake holders, and the Senate, the House of Commons, the Supreme Courts, Citizenship and the
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5th - 8th
International Women's Day Presentation - Kindergarten - Grade 4
Celebrate Women's International Day in your classroom with our engaging PowerPoint presentation, "Empowering Voices". This resource is designed to educate students about the significance of Women's International Day, highlighting the achievements and struggles of women worldwide. Featuring the stories, quotes, and backgrounds of three influential women, this presentation is a powerful tool to inspire and educate.Why It's Valuable:Promotes Gender Equality: Educates students on the importance of w
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PreK - 7th
Also included in:Â Empowerment Ensemble: The Ultimate Women's International Day Bundle
World War 2: The End of War Gr. 5-8
**This is the chapter slice "The End of War" from the full lesson plan "World War 2"** About the FULL RESOURCE:World War II began when Germany invaded Poland on September 1, 1939. It was the second terrible, expensive, and tragic war that lasted six years and involved over 200. Students will learn about Germany’s role, the major battles including ,and Normandy. Our resource provides ready-to-use information and activities for remedial students in grades five to eight. Written to grade and using
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5th - 8th
World War 2: Background and Causes Gr. 5-8
**This is the chapter slice "Background and Causes" from the full lesson plan "World War 2"** About the FULL RESOURCE:World War II began when Germany invaded Poland on September 1, 1939. It was the second terrible, expensive, and tragic war that lasted six years and involved over 200. Students will learn about Germany’s role, the major battles including ,and Normandy. Our resource provides ready-to-use information and activities for remedial students in grades five to eight. Written to grade and
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5th - 8th
Canadian Government: What is Government? Gr. 5-8
This is the chapter slice "What is Government?" from the full lesson plan "Canadian Government"About the FULL RESOURCE:Everything you needed to know about the Canadian government and the electoral process. Your students will learn what is a government and why do we need it. Using ready-to-use information and activities for remedial students we have also clearly outlined the levels of power, the stake holders, and the Senate, the House of Commons, the Supreme Courts, Citizenship and the Constitut
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5th - 8th
NEW!! What is Veterans Day? Worksheet (Distance Learning)
What is Veterans Day? Why is it an important American holiday? I have found that so many of my students don't seem to understand what Veterans day is all about. Unfortunately, each year a growing number of students see this holiday as just another day off from school. This is why I have made it my mission to create resources to guide students to a greater understanding of the importance of honoring our veterans on Veterans Day and throughout the year.This worksheet provides a great opportuni
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3rd - 8th
World War 2: Major Battles Gr. 5-8
**This is the chapter slice "Major Battles" from the full lesson plan "World War 2"** About the FULL RESOURCE:World War II began when Germany invaded Poland on September 1, 1939. It was the second terrible, expensive, and tragic war that lasted six years and involved over 200. Students will learn about Germany’s role, the major battles including ,and Normandy. Our resource provides ready-to-use information and activities for remedial students in grades five to eight. Written to grade and using s
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5th - 8th
Australia: Human and Environmental Interactions Gr. 5-8
**This is the chapter slice "Human and Environmental Interactions" from the full lesson plan "Australia"** About the FULL RESOURCE:Take your students on a journey through Australia, its countries, regions and cities by roadways and waterways. Understand its location relative to the rest of the world. Learn the interesting physical characteristics, wildlife, vegetation, population, and climates of the regions. Discover which human and environmental interactions are being made in Australia that im
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5th - 8th
World War 2: Germany’s Role in the War Gr. 5-8
**This is the chapter slice "Germany’s Role in the War" from the full lesson plan "World War 2"** About the FULL RESOURCE:World War II began when Germany invaded Poland on September 1, 1939. It was the second terrible, expensive, and tragic war that lasted six years and involved over 200. Students will learn about Germany’s role, the major battles including ,and Normandy. Our resource provides ready-to-use information and activities for remedial students in grades five to eight. Written to grade
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5th - 8th
Mapping Skills with Google Earth: Population Maps Gr. 6-8
**This is the chapter slice "Population Maps" from the full lesson plan "Mapping Skills with Google Earth"** About the FULL RESOURCE:Move on from a basic understanding of map reading to a more complex one with our engaging resource designed for students in grades six to eight. Students will further develop their ability to read and understand maps by looking at weather and population maps. Then, students will engage in mapping their country in detail, including states, provinces, capitals, cultu
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6th - 8th
Mapping Skills with Google Earth: Weather Maps Gr. 6-8
This is the chapter slice "Weather Maps" from the full lesson plan "Mapping Skills with Google Earth"About the FULL RESOURCE:Move on from a basic understanding of map reading to a more complex one with our engaging resource designed for students in grades six to eight. Students will further develop their ability to read and understand maps by looking at weather and population maps. Then, students will engage in mapping their country in detail, including states, provinces, capitals, cultural and
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6th - 8th
Mapping Skills with Google Earth: Map the World Gr. 6-8
**This is the chapter slice "Map the World" from the full lesson plan "Mapping Skills with Google Earth"** About the FULL RESOURCE:Move on from a basic understanding of map reading to a more complex one with our engaging resource designed for students in grades six to eight. Students will further develop their ability to read and understand maps by looking at weather and population maps. Then, students will engage in mapping their country in detail, including states, provinces, capitals, cultura
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6th - 8th
World War 2: Why Do We Remember World War Two? Gr. 5-8
This is the chapter slice "Why Do We Remember World War Two?" from the full lesson plan "World War 2"About the FULL RESOURCE:World War II began when Germany invaded Poland on September 1, 1939. It was the second terrible, expensive, and tragic war that lasted six years and involved over 200. Students will learn about Germany’s role, the major battles including ,and Normandy. Our resource provides ready-to-use information and activities for remedial students in grades five to eight. Written to gr
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5th - 8th
Australia: Place Gr. 5-8
**This is the chapter slice "Place" from the full lesson plan "Australia"** About the FULL RESOURCE:Take your students on a journey through Australia, its countries, regions and cities by roadways and waterways. Understand its location relative to the rest of the world. Learn the interesting physical characteristics, wildlife, vegetation, population, and climates of the regions. Discover which human and environmental interactions are being made in Australia that impact world wide. Students will
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5th - 8th
Canadian Government: Divisions of Each Branch of Government Gr. 5-8
**This is the chapter slice "Divisions of Each Branch of Government" from the full lesson plan "Canadian Government"** About the FULL RESOURCE:Everything you needed to know about the Canadian government and the electoral process. Your students will learn what is a government and why do we need it. Using ready-to-use information and activities for remedial students we have also clearly outlined the levels of power, the stake holders, and the Senate, the House of Commons, the Supreme Courts, Citiz
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5th - 8th
Australia: Regions Gr. 5-8
**This is the chapter slice "Regions" from the full lesson plan "Australia"** About the FULL RESOURCE:Take your students on a journey through Australia, its countries, regions and cities by roadways and waterways. Understand its location relative to the rest of the world. Learn the interesting physical characteristics, wildlife, vegetation, population, and climates of the regions. Discover which human and environmental interactions are being made in Australia that impact world wide. Students wil
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5th - 8th
Canadian Government: Electing a Government Gr. 5-8
**This is the chapter slice "Electing a Government" from the full lesson plan "Canadian Government"** About the FULL RESOURCE:Everything you needed to know about the Canadian government and the electoral process. Your students will learn what is a government and why do we need it. Using ready-to-use information and activities for remedial students we have also clearly outlined the levels of power, the stake holders, and the Senate, the House of Commons, the Supreme Courts, Citizenship and the Co
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5th - 8th
Australia: Location Gr. 5-8
**This is the chapter slice "Location" from the full lesson plan "Australia"** About the FULL RESOURCE:Take your students on a journey through Australia, its countries, regions and cities by roadways and waterways. Understand its location relative to the rest of the world. Learn the interesting physical characteristics, wildlife, vegetation, population, and climates of the regions. Discover which human and environmental interactions are being made in Australia that impact world wide. Students wi
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5th - 8th
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